Lately, I’ve been finding recipes that focus on fresh foods that are not only filling but flavorful. Pre-gaming for the holidays? Maybe! My latest find is an incredibly delicious Poke Bowl that I’ll make again and again. And the wine for pairing? Mar de Frades Brut Nature Sparkling Albariño (sent as a sample) from Rias Baixas in Spain. Perfection.
The bowl of goodness that is a Poke Bowl consists of diced raw fish. In fact, “poke” means to slice or cut so most recipes call for just that, diced or cut raw fish, the star of the poke bowl. I’ve often seen a small poke bowl as an appetizer or as a shareable plate, but I turned the recipe into a meal in and of itself thanks to the addition of fresh vegetables.
Ahi tuna was my fish of choice. What I love about the recipe is that it’s versatile and can be anything you want. You’re not a fan of cucumbers or radishes? Replace it with something else you love. Ahi tuna isn’t your favorite? Try salmon instead. Just remember to keep the poke bowl colorful and balanced with texture and flavor. And don’t forget the spicy mayo! Find the Poke Bowl recipe HERE.
Pour the bubbly! Mar de Frades Brut Nature Sparkling Albariño ($24) was my first selection for pairing thanks to its relatively low alcohol content of 12.4%. Albariño grapes are from the Mar de Frades own vineyard as well as from independent grape growers in
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